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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB55 ZHXMOT history

LB55 ZHX is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 1 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 108,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2025
Mileage
108,643 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 ZHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 ZHX was last recorded at 108,643 miles on 17 Oct 2024, 3,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,118 miles · 20 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
3,525 miles
Average per year
5,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,643 miles
  • 2023 – 105,118 miles
  • 2022 – 101,413 miles
  • 2021 – 96,752 miles
  • 2020 – 94,272 miles
  • 2019 – 87,863 miles
  • 2018 – 81,934 miles
  • 2017 – 77,044 miles
  • 2016 – 71,625 miles
  • 2015 – 65,179 miles
  • 2014 – 58,480 miles
  • 2013 – 54,168 miles
  • 2012 – 50,351 miles
  • 2010 – 41,695 miles
  • 2009 – 35,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,643 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has very little reserve travel

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,643 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,643 miles
    Test number
    997144636043
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has very little reserve travel

  2. Fail108,643 miles (+3,525)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,643 miles
    Test number
    271746346475
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has very little reserve travel

  3. Pass105,118 miles (+33)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,118 miles
    Test number
    554740953767
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Gear cable support bracket corroded and broken, cable insecure and close to exhaust.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail105,085 miles (+3,672)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,085 miles
    Test number
    968345673188
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe in rear clip by flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe, on top of chassis, by front of o/s/r wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Gear cable support bracket corroded and broken, cable insecure and close to exhaust.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass101,413 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    101,413 miles
    Test number
    991918381830
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail101,413 miles (+4,661)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,413 miles
    Test number
    164834184159
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass96,752 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,752 miles
    Test number
    577401172187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail96,752 miles (+2,480)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,752 miles
    Test number
    586647928081
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass94,272 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,272 miles
    Test number
    556257763352
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail94,272 miles (+6,409)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,272 miles
    Test number
    133976347498
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass87,863 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,863 miles
    Test number
    980686122105
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gater (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met the minimum requirements

  12. Fail87,863 miles (+197)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,863 miles
    Test number
    110836029466
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gater (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met the minimum requirements

  13. Fail87,666 miles (+5,732)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,666 miles
    Test number
    207700531999
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gater (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met the minimum requirements

  14. Pass81,934 miles (+4,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,934 miles
    Test number
    230150718135
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake operation grabbing slightly (3.7.C.3b)

  15. Pass77,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,044 miles
    Test number
    319310572122
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak steering rack area

  16. Fail77,044 miles (+5,419)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,044 miles
    Test number
    319264892697
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak steering rack area
    • AdvisoryFront tyres poor/worn on edges

  17. Pass71,625 miles (+6,446)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,625 miles
    Test number
    654227180100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded diff to wheel section (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear puncture in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside exhaust bracket broken - centre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front minor weaping steering rack boot
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass65,179 miles (+6,699)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,179 miles
    Test number
    686675605191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass58,480 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,480 miles
    Test number
    935902314194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail58,480 miles (+4,312)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,480 miles
    Test number
    205265804404
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Fail54,168 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,168 miles
    Test number
    367956483050
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass54,168 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,168 miles
    Test number
    427836183064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,351 miles (+8,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,351 miles
    Test number
    867509082069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass41,695 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,695 miles
    Test number
    624879240224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,030 miles (+5,831)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,030 miles
    Test number
    404519359211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,199 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,199 miles
    Test number
    633286219046
    • NoteFront brake pads generally worn low

Questions about LB55 ZHX

Does LB55 ZHX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 ZHX expired on 21 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 ZHX?
The MOT on LB55 ZHX expired on 21 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 ZHX done?
LB55 ZHX was recorded at 108,643 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2024, an average of 5,044 miles a year.
Has LB55 ZHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 ZHX has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 ZHX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 ZHX find?
LB55 ZHX passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: power steering fluid level below minimum; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 4 more.

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